A Philosopher Looks at Sport

Introduces the reader to a host of philosophical topics found in sport, exploring the place of sport in our lives.

List of contents

1. Physicality; 2. Competition; 3. Definition; 4. Spectacle; 5. Ethics; 6. Inclusion.

About the author

Stephen Mumford is Professor of Metaphysics at Durham University. He is the author of numerous books including Watching Sport: Aesthetics, Ethics and Emotion (2011), Metaphysics: a Very Short Introduction (2012), and Football: the Philosophy Behind the Game (2019).

Summary

Stephen Mumford's book introduces the reader to a host of philosophical topics found in sport, arguing that sport reflects diverse human experiences, including values that we continue to contest. His book is written for anyone who is thoughtful, a sports enthusiast, or both.

Product details

• Authors: Stephen Mumford, Stephen (Durham University) Mumford, Mumford Stephen
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press Academic
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.05.2021
• EAN: 9781108994934
• ISBN: 978-1-108-99493-4
• No. of pages: 150
• Series: A Philosopher Looks At
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works; SPORTS & RECREATION / General, PHILOSOPHY / Social, PHILOSOPHY / Political, PHILOSOPHY / Ethics & Moral Philosophy, Philosophy, Sports teams & clubs, Social & political philosophy, Ethics & moral philosophy, social and political philosophy, Popular philosophy, Ethics and moral philosophy, Sports teams and clubs, Sports governing bodies